Raja Tulyaji Bhonsle of Tanjore (1765-87). 1780. Inscribed on reverse panel: ‘Tulsajee Rajah of Tanjore 1780’. Water-colour; 6.5 by 5.5 cm, oval in a cruciform gilt frame. Purchased 1990. Note: Tulyaji, or Tulsajee as he was known by the British, ruler of Tanjore, was dethroned in 1773 by M...
The tents of the hostage sons of Tipu Sultan on the Island, Madras, with Fort St George beyond. Artist(s): Marriott, Thomas (c.1773-1847)
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The tents of the hostage sons of Tipu Sultan on the Island, Madras, with Fort St. George beyond. Inscribed on reverse: ‘Fort St George SW View from the Island - the front Ground occupied by the Kannat of the Hostage Princes & their Encampment T.M. March 1794 No 7.’ Water-colour; 42.5 by 5...
Album of fifty-one views, mostly Sind. Artist(s): Le Mesurier, John (1834-1903)
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f.1 (1) Front view of Addiscombe Military Academy. Inscribed: ‘Addiscombe. JLM/53’ and on reverse: ‘John Le Mesurier. 1st Class November 19th 1853’. Water-colour; 21 by 33.5 cm. f.2 (23) Bridge over a river, 1856. Inscribed on reverse: ‘at Sewal - Sholapoor Road - ...
The throne of Tipu Sultan in the Lal Mahal at Seringapatam, an arcade across the front supported by two pillars, and a Persian inscription above the arch. Behind the throne a green wall with central door and two barred windows. Artist(s): Marriott, Thomas (c.1773-1847)
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The throne of Tipu Sultan in the Lal Mahal at Seringapatam, an arcade across the front supported by two pillars, and a Persian inscription above the arch. Behind the throne a green wall with central door and two barred windows. Vertical rows of red tiger stripes up the wall and pillars. Inscr...
A busy animated scene in front of an official’s bungalow in Upper India. Beggars and petitioners confront three officials on the steps while the foreground is filled with figures talking, working and going about their business. Artist(s): MacLeod, George Edmonstone (1850-1910)
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A busy animated scene in front of an official’s bungalow in Upper India. Beggars and petitioners confront three officials on the steps while the foreground is filled with figures talking, working and going about their business, including a group of strolling players with performing monkeys and ...
Calcutta from the Strand during the cyclone of 5 October 1864. Artist(s): Armstrong, John Arthur (b. 1840)
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Calcutta from the Strand during the cyclone of 5 October 1864. Inscribed: ‘J. Armstrong 1864’. On original album page: ‘Calcutta ‘The Strand’ October 5th 1864’. 24.5 by 34.5 cm.
ARMSTRONG, JOHN ARTHUR (b.1840) Born Hemsworth, Yorkshire. Chatham Engineering College 1860. Bengal (Royal) Engineers. Arrived India 1862. Assista ...
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ARMSTRONG, JOHN ARTHUR (b.1840) Born Hemsworth, Yorkshire. Chatham Engineering College 1860. Bengal (Royal) Engineers. Arrived India 1862. Assistant Field Engineer with Bhutan Expedition 1864-5; Hazara Expedition 1868, mentioned in despatches. Served with the PWD in the Punjab. ---------------...
The building of the railway bridge over the River Sohan, near Kalabagh on the Indus, looking south. Artist(s): Armstrong, John Arthur (b. 1840)
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The building of the railway bridge over the River Sohan looking south. Inscribed: ‘Sohan bridge, J.A. Armstrong Jul. 14/68’. On original album page: ‘Attock the building of Jack’s bridge. Sohan Nullah in flood South. July 14th 1868’. 18 by 50 cm. Note: The Sohan takes the waters of the mou...
